May 2010 Sales up 6% over May 2009

Chrysler Group released their sales figures for May, 2009 and Jeep sales increased 6% in over May, 2009 sales. Wrangler, Compass, and Patriot sales all saw improvements.

Chrysler has high hopes for this month's launch of the 2011 Grand Cherokee.

"The production launch of the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee in May signaled the product rebirth of the Chrysler Group, it is a signature vehicle for the company. It represents the best of Chrysler Group, the direction we're moving toward producing high-quality, technologically-advanced vehicles. It is the first of 16 all-new or significantly refreshed vehicles the company is introducing this year," added Diaz. "We are anticipating that there will be strong customer demand for the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee adding to the company's momentum as we enter the summer months."

With the all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee, Jeep has created the benchmark, premium SUV. Unique innovations such as our new Quadra-Lift(TM) air suspension and Selec-Terrain(TM) traction control systems separate Jeep from the crowd and take the Grand Cherokee to the next level of 4x4 capabilities. The new generation of the iconic Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers the perfect blend of on-road refinement, superb craftsmanship, world-class design, improved fuel economy, innovative features and legendary, real-world capability.